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After your first newborn visit, your baby will likely have a checkup within their first month of life. At this checkup, the doctor will examine the baby and ask how things are going at home. This sheet describes some of what you can expect.

At the 2-month checkup, the doctor will examine your baby and ask how things are going at home. This sheet describes some of what you can expect.

At the 4-month checkup, the health care provider will examine your baby and ask how things are going at home. This sheet describes some of what you can expect.

At the 6-month checkup, the doctor will examine your baby and ask how things are going at home. This sheet describes some of what you can expect.

At the 9-month checkup, the doctor will examine your baby and ask how things are going at home. This sheet describes some of what you can expect.

If you have Rh negative blood, your baby may be at risk for health problems. This is true only if your baby has Rh positive blood. A simple test followed by treatment can help prevent problems.

If your baby doesn't move into a head-first position on their own, your healthcare provider may attempt to do an external version. Your healthcare provider will try to rotate your baby by pressing down on your belly. Your healthcare provider may give you medicine to relax your uterus. This can make it easier for them to rotate your baby. During a version, your healthcare provider will use ultrasound to watch your baby.

If you're Rh negative, ask your doctor about getting treated with Rho(D) immune globulin. Even if you miscarry or don't deliver the baby, you will still need treatment.

Before becoming pregnant, you may have adopted good health habits to get ready for your baby. But if you didn't, start today. Read on to learn more.